Georgian Tourism Struggles to Recover
Once a key economic driver, the sector has been hard hit by Covid-19 and political turbulence.
14 Sep 21
Caucasus
Azerbaijan: “Half-Hearted” State Policy Blamed for Gender Violence
Officials accuse campaigners of politicising the issue to suit their own agenda.
2 Sep 21
Azerbaijan: Pegasus Spyware Perfect Fit for Regime Intimidation
Illicitly obtained data has long been used to intimidate and blackmail independent voices.
31 Aug 21
Armenian Tourism Hit Hard by Pandemic - and War
Experts say that serious investment and rebranding efforts are key to recovery.
31 Aug 21
Armenian-Azerbaijani Border Tensions Escalate
Experts warn that the respective countries’ approaches to ending the conflict are currently irreconcilable.
31 Aug 21
Armenia Criminalises Offence
Using foul language or “hurting the dignity” of public figures could lead to up to three months in jail.
17 Aug 21
Georgia: Taking a Stand Against Creeping Occupation
Ordinary citizens turn to small acts of protest to show their defiance.
5 Aug 21
Iranians Flock to Armenia For Covid-19 Vaccines
Vaccination tourism booming as foreign citizens offered their jabs for free.
28 Jul 21
Georgia: Further Protests After Journalist Dies
Media workers demand immediate action over “green light for violence”.
21 Jul 21
Tblisi Pride Organisers Accuse Government of Incitement
Rally cancelled after scenes of mob violence by counter-protestors.
8 Jul 21
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